Study reveals driving risks in early Alzheimer's – and how to stay safe
NCT ID NCT01566071
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at driving skills in 60 people over age 70 with early-stage Alzheimer's disease (MMSE score 24 or higher) and compared them to healthy older drivers. The goal was to identify common driving mistakes and suggest adaptive measures or technology to help them drive safely longer. The study is complete and focused on understanding, not treatment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to recommendations or technologies that help people with early Alzheimer's drive safely for longer.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small observational study (60 participants) that only assesses driving ability; it does not test any treatment or intervention, so direct benefits are limited.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de REIMS
Reims, France, 51092, France
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